Stories by Annie Melchor

A rare Islamic astrolabe discovered in Verona, Italy, reveals how the instrument passed through different countries and cultures

A new study’s authors say their investigation represents the first time that a nonhuman brain has been shown to detect language

Molecules produced by the parasite lure mosquitoes to a beet-based bait

Pinpointing the receptor responsible for the tasty treat’s aroma underscores the importance of smell

These microbes are redefining our understanding of how bodies recognize potential pathogens